Town comparison
Gobowen vs Oswestry
Which is better to live in? 2.8 miles apart — compared on house prices, crime, schools, broadband and more.
The verdict
Gobowen is the more affordable option, with average house prices around 19% lower. Gobowen has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Gobowen edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Gobowen
£226,823
Oswestry
£281,541
Crime Rate
Gobowen
48.3
Oswestry
48.3
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Gobowen
100.0%
Oswestry
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Gobowen
364.7
Oswestry
364.7
EPC Rating
Gobowen
69.1
Oswestry
69.1
Median Income
Gobowen
£29,576
Oswestry
£29,576
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in West MidlandsProperty in Oswestry commands an average of £281,541, compared with £226,823 in Gobowen – a difference of 19%. The most affordable entry point in Gobowen is a flat at £124,500, while in Oswestry it is a flat at £106,286.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: flat homes are 17% pricier in Gobowen (£124,500 vs £106,286).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Gobowen prices grew faster — 46% vs 29%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in West MidlandsGobowen has a crime rate of 48.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 0% lower than Oswestry at 48.3 per 1,000. The most common crime category in Gobowen is violent-crime, while in Oswestry it is violent-crime.
Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)
Both towns share the same top crime category: violent crime.
Schools & Education
Best for schools in West MidlandsFamilies may prefer Gobowen, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 100% in Oswestry. There are 1 schools in Gobowen and 5 in Oswestry.
Gobowen School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 1 school (1 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Oswestry School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 5 schools (4 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Gobowen | Oswestry |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 1 | 5 |
| Primary | 1 | 4 |
| Secondary | 0 | 1 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 364.7 Mbps in Gobowen and 364.7 Mbps in Oswestry. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 93.6% of premises in Gobowen and 93.6% in Oswestry. Gigabit availability stands at 63.8% in Gobowen and 63.8% in Oswestry.
Gobowen is the faster of the two by 0% on average download speed (365 vs 365 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Gobowen leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 69.1 (C), while Oswestry averages 69.1 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,405 in Gobowen and £1,405 in Oswestry. 59.2% of homes in Gobowen have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 59.2% in Oswestry.
Gobowen has more energy-efficient housing — 59.2% reach band C or above, vs 59.2% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £29,576 in Gobowen and £29,576 in Oswestry. The median age is 48.1 in Gobowen and 48.1 in Oswestry. Owner-occupancy is 68.6% in Gobowen versus 68.6% in Oswestry. Employment rates stand at 56% in Gobowen and 56% in Oswestry.
| Indicator | Gobowen | Oswestry |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,046 | 17,500 |
| Median Age | 48.1 | 48.1 |
| Median Household Income | £29,576 | £29,576 |
| Employment Rate | 56% | 56% |
| Owner Occupied | 68.6% | 68.6% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 32.5% | 32.5% |
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